{"id":913,"date":"2021-12-20T12:44:37","date_gmt":"2021-12-20T20:44:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/b\/?p=913"},"modified":"2025-07-17T11:24:03","modified_gmt":"2025-07-17T18:24:03","slug":"refrigerator-or-freezer-thats-too-warm-top-6-reasons-and-fixes-with-video","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/refrigerator-or-freezer-thats-too-warm-top-6-reasons-and-fixes-with-video\/","title":{"rendered":"Refrigerator or Freezer That&#8217;s Too Warm: Top 6 Reasons and Fixes (With Video!)"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\">Is your fridge giving you the cold shoulder or worse, leaving your milk lukewarm? If your refrigerator isn&#8217;t chilling like it used to, don&#8217;t worry\u2014we&#8217;ve got the solutions you need. Inside this guide, you\u2019ll uncover eight common culprits behind your fridge\u2019s frosty behavior, complete with an easy-to-follow video tutorial that\u2019s just steps away.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_video '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div  class='avia-video avia-video-16-9   av-lazyload-immediate  av-lazyload-video-embed  '   itemprop=\"video\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"  data-original_url='https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=QZrQ3Y5n-o4' ><script type='text\/html' class='av-video-tmpl'><div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe title=\"Troubleshooting Refrigerator and Freezer Too Warm APPVID003286\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QZrQ3Y5n-o4?feature=oembed&autoplay=1&loop=0&controls=1&mute=1\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div><\/script><div class='av-click-to-play-overlay'><div class=\"avia_playpause_icon\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_video  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" ><p><strong>Once you have identified the part needed for your fridge, search below using your specific refrigerator model number to identify the exact part needed:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[search]<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-5  el_after_av_textblock  el_before_av_image '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div  class='avia-image-container  av-styling-    avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_hr  el_before_av_hr  avia-align-center '  itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\"  ><div class='avia-image-container-inner'><div class='avia-image-overlay-wrap'><img fetchpriority=\"high\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class='wp-image-914 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-914 avia_image' src=\"https:\/\/www.appliancepartspros.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/shutterstock_1502649971-1500x630.jpg\" alt='' title='Eating,And,Diet,Concept,-,Middle-aged,Man,Looking,For,Food' height=\"630\" width=\"1500\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\"  \/><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div   class='hr hr-default   avia-builder-el-7  el_after_av_image  el_before_av_textblock '><span class='hr-inner ' ><span class='hr-inner-style'><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<section class=\"av_textblock_section \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock  '   itemprop=\"text\" >\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Cold Should A Refrigerator Be?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The FDA recommends you keep the temperature in your fridge below 40\u00b0 F (4\u00b0 C), and your freezer at or below 0\u00b0 F (-18\u00b0 C). A refrigerator that\u2019s too cold (below 35\u00b0 F) might cause your food to freeze, but going to 40\u00b0 F or above can lead to bacterial growth and prematurely spoiled food. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best way to get an accurate read on your refrigerator\u2019s temperature is with an appliance thermometer. You can then adjust the temperature in your fridge with either the cold control knob found inside the refrigerator door or on the outer control panel if your refrigerator has one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s take a look at what the problem might be if your appliance isn\u2019t responding to your temperature input.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 Reasons Your Refrigerator or Freezer is Too Warm<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For safety, <\/span><b>always unplug or shut off the power to your appliance before performing any maintenance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and to avoid a mess, <\/span><b>make sure you\u2019ve turned off the appliance\u2019s water supply, as well<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which you can do from under your sink. Once that\u2019s done, you can get started.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Condenser Coils<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The condenser coils are a set of copper tubes on the back of your refrigerator. They condense refrigerant into its liquid form, causing it to release its heat, which keeps the inside of your appliance cool.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your condenser coils aren\u2019t working, neither will the rest of your appliance. You might notice that it takes a very long time for the appliance to cool, that the fridge seems to be running more often than usual (or non-stop), or in extreme cases, you may find that your appliance isn\u2019t cooling at all.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thankfully, the most common problem we see with condenser coils is an easy one to fix: dirt. Over time, condenser coils will accumulate dust, pet hair, and other debris, which will insulate them, making it harder to release heat.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how to clean your refrigerator\u2019s condenser coils:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Access the condenser coils. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most condenser coils are installed on the back of the refrigerator, near the bottom. You may need to pull your fridge away from the wall and remove a back access panel to reach them. It\u2019ll be held in place with a few screws.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Carefully clean the condenser coils. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An initial pass with a vacuum cleaner may be enough, but you can also clean between coil rows with a condenser coil brush.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Clean the surrounding area with a soft, dry cloth.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We recommend cleaning your condenser coils at least once a year \u2013 more if you have pets. Not only will clean condenser coils ensure your fridge runs efficiently, it can cut down your electric bill, too.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Cold Control<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cold control allows you to set the temperature for your refrigerator and freezer. It\u2019s accessed from inside your refrigerator, on the control panel. Though usually the only part you see is the knob, it also includes a temperature sensor and a set of contacts that tell the refrigerator when to run the compressor. So, if you\u2019ve noticed issues with the compressor, it could be the cold control causing problems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To test your cold control, you\u2019ll need a screwdriver and a multimeter.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Start with a simple test.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Before you unplug the fridge, knock on the area around the cold control knob lightly to see if it jostles the contacts inside free.<\/span>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The condenser might turn on right after doing this. It will fix your problem temporarily, but this could still be a sign of a bad cold control.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If you are replacing the cold control, be sure to unplug the refrigerator now.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You should never work on an appliance that is receiving power.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Turn the cold control to the off position.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Remove the control panel and disconnect the wires from the cold control.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You may also need to remove the knob and mounting screws to gain full access to the part.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Test the cold control with a multimeter set to continuity.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Touch a probe to each of the metal terminals on the side of the cold control. It should <\/span><b>not <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">have continuity at this point.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Turn the cold control into an on position and test with the multimeter again. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This time, it should have continuity. If not, the part needs to be replaced.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Check the sensor bulb for signs of damage, and the surrounding area for any oily residue from the bulb.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If the sensor is leaking or has broken, the entire part will need to be replaced.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Defrost Timer<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This component controls the defrost cycle in the refrigerator, helping to keep the evaporator free of icy build up. If the defrost timer has gone bad, your appliance\u2019s evaporator may freeze up, preventing cold air from moving through the unit. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usually, when this part is bad, the refrigerator will be slightly warmer than the freezer. Here\u2019s how to test your appliance\u2019s defrost timer:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Start by locating it. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can usually find it behind the control panel in your refrigerator, but if your appliance is older, it may be at the bottom, behind the kick panel.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>First, test to make sure that the timer advances. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mark the shaft with a dry erase marker. Leave it for a few hours and come back later to see if the shaft has moved. If it hasn\u2019t, then the part will need to be replaced.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>While the fridge is cold, manually advance the defrost timer<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a flat head screwdriver. You\u2019ll hear a loud click when it moves into defrost mode. At this point, the compressor should turn off and the heater will kick on.<\/span>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wait 1 &#8211; 2 minutes and check the heater, which is located in the back of the freezer.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the heater isn\u2019t kicking on and warming the freezer, you\u2019ll want to check both it and the thermostat. There are instructions for that below. If those parts are both okay, then it\u2019s the defrost timer that\u2019s faulty.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Defrost Thermostat<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The defrost thermostat is a safety device that measures the temperature in the freezer. It stops the defrost cycle if the interior of the appliance becomes too warm. You can usually find this small component mounted on the evaporator, behind the back wall of the freezer. If it has gone bad, the freezer and refrigerator will both be warmer than usual, but the refrigerator will likely be warmer than the freezer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To test your defrost thermostat, you\u2019ll need a multimeter and potentially a pair of wire cutters. Your refrigerator will also still need to be cold.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Disconnect the thermostat.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You may be able to unplug the thermostat for this, but on some models of refrigerator, the thermostat\u2019s wires will need to be cut.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>While the refrigerator is cold, touch a multimeter probe to each terminal or wire.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If the thermostat has continuity, then it\u2019s not the issue. If it doesn\u2019t have continuity, then the part has failed and needs to be replaced.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Defrost Heater<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The defrost heater kicks on to warm the evaporator during your refrigerator\u2019s defrost cycle. So, if it\u2019s not working, your refrigerator\u2019s evaporator may freeze and stop working. If this is the case, you\u2019ll notice that, while both the freezer and fridge components will be warm, the refrigerator compartment will be warmer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how to test your refrigerator\u2019s defrost heater:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gain access to the heater.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It is most likely mounted behind the rear panel of the freezer compartment.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Test it for continuity with a multimeter.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Remove the wires from the heater and test each end with one of the multimeter probes. If there\u2019s no continuity, then the heater is bad and should be replaced.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Evaporator Fan Motor<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This small electric motor and fan blade circulates cold air throughout the refrigerator. Because of constant exposure to cold temperatures and moisture, the motor\u2019s mechanical parts, like its bearings, will wear down over time. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Evaporator fans are always attached to the evaporator, which is usually located in the freezer. Some newer refrigerators will have two evaporators, though \u2013 one in the freezer and one in the refrigerator. If this is the case for your appliance, you will want to check both.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Start by checking the fan.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Make sure it spins freely. If the fan has trouble spinning, then the motor\u2019s bearings are probably bad, and the component needs to be replaced. If it does spin freely, move on to the next step.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Unplug the fan <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">either by removing the wire harness or using a flat head screwdriver to remove the wire terminals.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Touch a multimeter probe to each of the fan\u2019s terminals.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If the motor doesn\u2019t have continuity, it will have to be replaced.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Run Capacitor<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a small device that supplies extra energy to the compressor so that it runs as efficiently as possible. If the capacitor has failed, the compressor may not be able to continue running after an initial start up. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the compressor isn\u2019t running as much as it needs to, or if it\u2019s shutting off too soon, you may want to check the capacitor. Wear work gloves when checking this part. You will need an insulated screwdriver and multimeter.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gain access to the capacitor.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Consult your manual to find out just where the part is located. You can usually find the capacitor either behind the rear access panel or on the appliance\u2019s main control board.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Remove the capacitor from the start device <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">either by unscrewing or unplugging it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Inspect the capacitor for signs of damage.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If it looks like the part is swollen or has been leaking, then it must be replaced. If there are no obvious visual signs of damage, move on to the next step.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Discharge the capacitor.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Remove any wires from the capacitor and lay the shaft of an insulated screwdriver across both terminals. Exercise extreme caution when completing this step! <\/span><b>Do not touch the metal part of the screwdriver as you do this.<\/b><b> <\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Once the capacitor is discharged, check it with a multimeter set to ohms.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Touch a probe to each of the capacitor\u2019s terminals. The ohms reading should go up and then back down. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reverse the probes and test the capacitor again.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It should do the same thing \u2013 ohms reading up and then back down. If the reading doesn\u2019t change, the part is bad.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If you have a metal capacitor, check to make sure it hasn\u2019t shorted to the casing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> by touching one probe to one of the terminals and the other probe to the body of the capacitor. If you get a reading while one probe is touching either terminal, then the part is shorted out and needs to be replaced.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Temperature Sensor<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The refrigerator\u2019s control board tracks the temperature in the freezer with this sensor bulb. When the sensor reports a warm enough temperature, the compressor will kick on and cool the appliance. So, if a sensor is bad or isn\u2019t reading quite right, the control board won\u2019t trigger the condenser.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To test this part, you will need a multimeter and an accurate temperature reader.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Gain access to the temperature sensor.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You should refer to the diagrams in your refrigerator\u2019s manual to track down where your appliance\u2019s temperature sensor is. They may be behind the back wall or another access panel or in an air duct.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Remove the sensor.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This should be as simple as unplugging its wires, but you may have to cut it out to test it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use the extra temperature reader to check the ambient temperature where you are going to test the sensor<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, then refer to your multimeter\u2019s tech sheet to see how that temperature converts to ohms.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>With the multimeter set to ohms, touch the probes to the sensor\u2019s wire harness pins (or bare wires if you had to cut it out).<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The reading should be close to what is specified in the multimeter\u2019s tech sheet. 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